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[IdleUp]

OK, it's official - I just re-checked my new Spyder mileage for the second time and my mileage is exactly the same as I get from my 05 chipped King Ranch F-350 2WD Pickup. Both the pickup and the Spyder averaged 22 mpg.

Keep in mind - I'm still braking in my Can-am and driving it real easy!

King Ranch Pickup 5,758 lbs

Can Am Spyder 697 lbs

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But I still love my Spyder!

 

[Smylinacha]

Nice :spyder:and really nice truck too!

 

[Zerocool]

How much gas are you filling up with?

I ask because I have a problem with my fuel sensor, will be getting it replaced under warranty.

Basically, the gas light comes on, I drive another 30-40 miles, and only get 3.6-3.9 gallons in it when I fill 'er up.

 

[IdleUp]

How much gas are you filling up with?

I ask because I have a problem with my fuel sensor, will be getting it replaced under warranty.

Basically, the gas light comes on, I drive another 30-40 miles, and only get 3.6-3.9 gallons in it when I fill 'er up.

I'm not really using the gauge - I filled it up then rode it for 100 miles each time then topped it off and did the math.

 

[Derwin]

Both the pickup and the Spyder averaged 22 mpg.

But I still love my Spyder!

Are you kidding me?? Please tell me that you have been using some kind of "weird" math! If the Spyder only gets 22mpg, than that is a complete and total DEAL BUSTER for me. No, I didn't order my Spyder for great gas mileage. But I sure would never have ordered it if I knew it got crappy gas mileage. I was told that it gets anywhere from 30 to 40mpg.

This is pretty serious. Can somebody give me some more feedback on this? Thanks.

Derwin

 

[ataDude]

Are you kidding me?? Please tell me that you have been using some kind of "weird" math! If the Spyder only gets 22mpg, than that is a complete and total DEAL BUSTER for me. No, I didn't order my Spyder for great gas mileage. But I sure would never have ordered it if I knew it got crappy gas mileage. I was told that it gets anywhere from 30 to 40mpg.

This is pretty serious. Can somebody give me some more feedback on this? Thanks.

Derwin

Settle down, Derwin. ray: He obviously has something wrong with the bike... most are getting 30-35 when driven "nicely"....worse when the right hand gets out of control. It's time for that bike to visit "BUDS".

 

[NautiBrit]

Is your parking brake binding?

 

[czdaryle]

You know you also don't want to stick the gas nozzle all the way into the tank...I noticed about a gallon difference when I pulled it back a little. Make sure it is completely full...you should see a half to quarter bar at the very top. Topping off all depends on how long the gas nozzle is and how far you stick it in...again all the way in you are not filling your tank all the way

 

[IdleUp]

I checked it twice got about the same mileage - after reading the boards it seems like I'm not the only one getting in the mid 20's.

I'm running it easy 45-55 mph on open roads and not winding it up too high.
I'm sure the motor is tight and the pads are still wearing in and it will improve but I doubt if this bike will ever see 30 mpg. My Vrod struggled to get 28 mpg and with a 3 gal fuel tank seemed I was stopping for fuel more than I was riding so I dumped it. Seems these high performance twins suck some serious fuel.

By the way, the bike rolls effortlessly

 

[NancysToy]

I checked it twice got about the same mileage - after reading the boards it seems like I'm not the only one getting in the mid 20's.

I'm running it easy 45-55 mph on open roads and not winding it up too high.
I'm sure the motor is tight and the pads are still wearing in and it will improve but I doubt if this bike will ever see 30 mpg. My Vrod struggled to get 28 mpg and with a 3 gal fuel tank seemed I was stopping for fuel more than I was riding so I dumped it. Seems these high performance twins suck some serious fuel.

By the way, the bike rolls effortlessly

I got 24 the first tank or two, then 26, then 28. Made it up to around 30 by about the first service, and the first highway trip. Now it gets 28-32 consistently with me on board, but about 2-3 mpg more when Nancy rides it. She is more conservative...or maybe just shorter and out of the wind more.
-Scotty

 

[Derwin]

I got 24 the first tank or two, then 26, then 28.
-Scotty

I doubt if this bike will ever see 30 mpg.

Well, this is verification enough. I know most of you don't really care about getting 35 or so mpg, and it would not affect your decision to purchase the Spyder. But for me this means a lot. I really don't want another gas-guzzling vehicle, no matter how "cool" it may be.

I guess I'm making "another" exit. But this time it's permanent.

I want to thank Lamont for hosting such an INCREDIBLE website for Spyder Lovers, and I also want to thank ALL OF YOU who have been so great in helping me on my journey.

Have a great time on the roads. :thumbup:

Derwin

 

[Ghostwheel]

Well, this is verification enough. I know most of you don't really care about getting 35 or so mpg, and it would not affect your decision to purchase the Spyder. But for me this means a lot. I really don't want another gas-guzzling vehicle, no matter how "cool" it may be.

I guess I'm making "another" exit. But this time it's permanent.

I want to thank Lamont for hosting such an INCREDIBLE website for Spyder Lovers, and I also want to thank ALL OF YOU who have been so great in helping me on my journey.

Have a great time on the roads. :thumbup:

Derwin

I get 35 each time I fill up and I drive it like I stole it :spyder:

 

[trumphair]

I'm getting about 30 MPG and driving it like a throttle maniac with no cruising or extended highway driving. I nearly tipped the thing over the other day. That was fun :shocked:

 

[majinbusa]

Well, this is verification enough. I know most of you don't really care about getting 35 or so mpg, and it would not affect your decision to purchase the Spyder. But for me this means a lot. I really don't want another gas-guzzling vehicle, no matter how "cool" it may be.

I guess I'm making "another" exit. But this time it's permanent.

I want to thank Lamont for hosting such an INCREDIBLE website for Spyder Lovers, and I also want to thank ALL OF YOU who have been so great in helping me on my journey.

Have a great time on the roads. :thumbup:

Derwin

Don't get discourage with just one observation.The Spyder is not design to save gas.I got mine as a subtitute for my other bike.

 

[IdleUp]

I'm keeping my faith up - there could be some merit in if the tank was topped off, the first check was with the dealer filling it and perhaps he just stuck the filler all the way in and it wasn't full.

On my last fill up, I carefully filled it to the top - I'll check it after I get another 100 miles on it.

 

[hevnbound]

I hate to see Derwin go ... again!:shocked: I think he is a super nice person but I'm not sure he has ever been totally committed to getting the Spyder. Also I'm almost positive he would not have been happy with the Spyder on the long haul ... IMHO !!:sour:

The Spyder is definetely not for everyone. It can be a little intimidating - at first. It's not the greatest open air vehicle to carry a passenger on. It's definitely not your father's Oldsmobile!! I tag it as a performance three-wheeler. I've never purchased a motorcycle for the gas mileage but, for entertainment purposes. For those that do so, maybe the Spyder is not the vehicle to go with. In that case, Derwin has made a good decision. Of course at the rate fuel prices are going up, who knows ... maybe a scooter will be in my future? NOT!!!!

Although I don't check the gas mileage, it appears that depending on how I'm riding the Spyder I'm getting between 23 and 30 mpg on the average. I did get around 37 mpg once when I went on a long ride with CMA. Although I love those guys 'n gals their style of riding is not mine. I just can't go that slow!! If Derwin would be driving more that style, I think he could expect a minimum of 35mpg.

Just my $ .02........

 

[NancysToy]

Well, this is verification enough. I know most of you don't really care about getting 35 or so mpg, and it would not affect your decision to purchase the Spyder. But for me this means a lot. I really don't want another gas-guzzling vehicle, no matter how "cool" it may be.

Derwin,
Maybe you misunderstood what I said. We did get low mileage (in the twenties) before the Spyder was broken in. Now it consistently seems to get 30-32, or better. My wife has seen 37-38 on road trips. Overall, it is about as good as many economy cars, except for the tiny ones and the hybrids. Far better than SUVs, CUVs, and pick-em-up trucks. Nobody has experience with SE5 mileage, either. Who knows what they will get. Could be better still. Stick with it a while, and see what you experience. You can always sell it and go back to your scooter. Hate to see you go before you know for certain.
-Scotty

 

[Derwin]

I hate to see Derwin go ... again!:shocked: I think he is a super nice person but I'm not sure he has ever been totally committed to getting the Spyder.

Well, that's probably a fair assesment. But I did place an order for the SE5 way back in December of last year. But this was only after many on this forum convinced me that this would be the way to go. I was considering getting the Piaggio MP3 500 also. But the Spyder one out after much discussion here. I'm never "committed" to anything purchase until I actually OWN it!

Scotty....."Nobody has experience with SE5 mileage"

This is actually what I have ALSO been thinking about. I would think that the SE5 may get worse mileage, not better. And this is something that I just don't want.

Please don't get me wrong....I LOVE THE SPYDER. I think it is one of the most unique vehicles on the roads at this time. I have NOTHING negative to say about it. I just think that the mpg has become more important to me recently.

I am most probably going to go with the Piaggio MP3 500 now. I know this is NOT the place to talk about that, so I will refrane from doing so. When people begin to get their SE5's and ride them, I'll be checking back on what they will be reporting. If the mpg reports are good, I'll place another order! Don't say it....I know....You all think I'm nuts! :shocked:

Anyway, thanks again for all the great information, and for the warm conversation.

Derwin

 

[Smylinacha]

I am most probably going to go with the Piaggio MP3 500 now. I know this is NOT the place to talk about that, so I will refrane from doing so. When people begin to get their SE5's and ride them, I'll be checking back on what they will be reporting. If the mpg reports are good, I'll place another order! Don't say it....I know....You all think I'm nuts! :shocked:

I don't think you are nuts but my friend got one of those MP3's and hated it - she brought it back and got her money back - she said it was very intimidating and for her, never riding a bike before, she felt the "tip" factor big time on it. She is looking into a Spyder now. Plus you gotta lock the thing at a stop if you don't want to hold it. Too much work!

Just giving you a head's up.

 

[BRPjunkie]

Friend who rode one said it was actually harder than a regular motorcycle because of the wheel lock feature. Riding a regular cycle you are always in the balance frame of mind. The balance/no balance design simply added a distraction at the worst possible time, intersections. Riding one of the regular Japaneses step through scooters may be an easier and cheaper option with a better dealer network. As slim as the Spyder network is, Piaggio is even smaller.